AI-generatedMadang at a glance
- Best time
- May – Nov
- Warmest month
- Jan · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Dec · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,740 h
- Rain a year
- 3,573 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Madang
Madang has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. January is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while June is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 1,740 hours of sunshine a year, Madang is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 5.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Madang
The best time to visit Madang is from May to November. The sea reaches 29.7 °C in December, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from December to April; the wettest month is March with 454 mm.
Madang through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Madang in the dry season
May – Nov
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 148 rainy days in all
Madang in the rainy season
Dec – Apr
Good
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 140 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Dec – Apr
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: May – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
05:5618:09
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:43–06:24 · evening 17:41–18:22
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:35–05:43 · evening 18:22–18:30
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Madang compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 30° from start to end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.3 h |
What is the weather like in Madang in October?
In October, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 224 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 13 min05:56 – 18:09
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 9 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 81 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 19 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+10offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Madang
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and August bring similar holiday weather to Madang (score 69 and 70). Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 1 °C cooler in August. August has 5 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 70 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 29.1° | 28.2° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 5.7 h |
| Rainy days | 22 | 17better |
| Rainfall | 224 mm | 142 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Madang month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
63January31° · Sea 30° · 4.0 h
In January, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 422 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in January62February31° · Sea 29° · 3.7 h
In February, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 418 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in February63March31° · Sea 29° · 3.8 h
In March, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 454 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in March64April31° · Sea 30° · 4.2 h
In April, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 417 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in April66May30° · Sea 30° · 4.9 h
In May, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 270 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in May68June30° · Sea 29° · 5.4 h
In June, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 146 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in June67July30° · Sea 29° · 5.2 h
In July, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 166 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in July70August30° · Sea 28° · 5.7 h
In August, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 142 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in August70September30° · Sea 28° · 5.7 h
In September, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 157 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in September69October30° · Sea 29° · 5.6 h
In October, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 224 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in October66November30° · Sea 30° · 4.7 h
In November, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 339 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in November64December30° · Sea 30° · 4.1 h
In December, Madang is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 418 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Madang.
Madang in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Madang
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (23°), the warmest in January (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 63 | 31° | 24° | 29.5° | 4.0 h | 28 | 422 |
| FebruaryFeb | 62 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 3.7 h | 27 | 418 |
| MarchMar | 63 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 3.8 h | 28 | 454 |
| AprilApr | 64 | 31° | 24° | 29.6° | 4.2 h | 27 | 417 |
| MayMay | 66 | 30° | 24° | 29.6° | 4.9 h | 25 | 270 |
| JuneJun | 68 | 30° | 23° | 29.2° | 5.4 h | 21 | 146 |
| JulyJul | 67 | 30° | 23° | 28.5° | 5.2 h | 20 | 166 |
| AugustAug | 70 | 30° | 23° | 28.2° | 5.7 h | 17 | 142 |
| SeptemberSep | 70 | 30° | 23° | 28.4° | 5.7 h | 17 | 157 |
| OctoberOct | 69 | 30° | 23° | 29.1° | 5.6 h | 22 | 224 |
| NovemberNov | 66 | 30° | 24° | 29.5° | 4.7 h | 26 | 339 |
| DecemberDec | 64 | 30° | 24° | 29.7° | 4.1 h | 29 | 418 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Madang
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.4 – 29.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Madang ranges from 28.2 °C in August to 29.7 °C in December. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in December, eight out of ten years were between 29.0 and 30.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29.5° | 29.0° | 30.4° | very warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 29.3° | 28.7° | 30.1° | very warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.4° | 30.1° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.6° | 29.2° | 30.0° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.6° | 29.2° | 30.1° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.2° | 28.6° | 29.8° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 28.5° | 28.0° | 29.1° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.2° | 27.5° | 28.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 28.4° | 27.8° | 28.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.1° | 28.4° | 29.7° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.5° | 28.8° | 30.2° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.7° | 29.0° | 30.2° | very warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Madang
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.6 of 12.2 hours of daylight in Madang, 46 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Madang: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Madang has about 22 rainy days with 224 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Madang
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in March (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Madang
How breezy and how cloudy Madang is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Madang typically peaks at 9 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 81 % of the sky over Madang: mostly overcast, with about 5.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Madang
How often the day gets hot in Madang (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Madang has about 19 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Madang
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Madang in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Madang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 64).
- 64
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 66
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
- 69
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
- 69
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
- 64
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 17 h 20 min
- Distance
- 14,000 km
- Time zone
- UTC+10
- Jet lag
- About 9 days (9 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Papua New Guinea
- Currency
- Papua New Guinean Kina (PGK)
- Languages
- English, Hiri Motu
- Sockets
- Type I · 240 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +675
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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In October Madang has the better holiday weather (score 69 vs 53). During the day Mount Hagen is 6 °C cooler than Madang. Mount Hagen gets 2 fewer hours of sunshine a day.
| in October | Madang | Mount Hagen |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 69 | 53 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 24° |
| Sea | 29° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 22 | 26 |
| Best time | May – Nov | All year |
Through the year
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In October, Madang ranks 1 of 5 destinations in this country.
- MadangThis page30°29°69
- 2Rabaul31°30°69
- 3Lae28°29°66
- 4Mount Hagen24°54
- 5Port Moresby31°27°34
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Frequently asked questions about Madang
When is the best time to visit Madang?
The best time to visit Madang is from May to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Madang?
The sea temperature in Madang ranges from 28.2 °C in August to 29.7 °C in December. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Madang in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Madang?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 24 °C. June is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Madang?
The rainy season is from December to April; the wettest month is March with 454 mm. The driest month is August with 142 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Madang get?
Madang gets around 1,740 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 5.7 hours a day; in February there are 3.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Madang in?
Madang is on UTC+10 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Madang?
A nonstop flight from London to Madang takes about 17 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 14,000 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Madang?
Madang has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 64). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 64, May half-term 66, summer holidays 69, October half-term 69, Christmas holidays 64.